A Striking Five Bedroom Detached Period Home with a Wealth of Charm and Character in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with Delightful Views set in approximately 1.25 Acres with the benefit of a detached cottage in the grounds in need of renovation. The property also has a most rare asset in the form of a small 'duck island' on the Wye with fishing rights.
Reception Porch * Reception Hall * Sitting Room * Dining Room * Study * Sun Room * Kitchen* Utility Room* Cloakroom * Five Double Bedrooms * Two Bathrooms
A Substantial Period Detached Family Home
Lovely Countryside and River Views
Approximately 1.25 Acres
Detached Stone Cottage in need of Renovation Standing in the Grounds.
Private Driveway with Ample Parking
No Onward Chain
Ross-on-Wye 7 miles
Monmouth 5 miles
Hereford 17 miles
Cheltenham 35 miles
Gloucester18 miles
Bristol 50 miles
A40 Half a mile
M50 8 miles
Chepstow and M4 24 miles
(All distances are approximate)
Location
Symonds Yat is a popular village sat on the banks of the River Wye, situated between Monmouth and Ross-on-Wye, both offering a good range of shopping facilities, schooling, dining and leisure pursuits.
Within an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the location has the most stunning scenery with lovely riverside walks and numerous outdoor activities together with access to many footpaths and to nature reserves. Set within easy access to the A40, the location has excellent commuter links to the M5 and M4 giving good access to Birmingham and the North and Bristol, Wales and the South.
This is a welcoming village community, in walking distance of the primary school, dentist, shop, village pubs and restaurants.
More comprehensive facilities can be found in the surrounding Cathedral cities of Hereford, Worcester and Gloucester and the Regency Spa town of Cheltenham.
There is excellent schooling from both the private and state sectors including; 'Ofsted Outstanding 'primary school at Whitchurch, Haberdashers at Monmouth and John Kyrle High School at Ross-on-Wye.
The Property
"Wye Vale" dates back to the 1750's with two Victorian Wings added in 1851. The two eras work seamlessly together to provide a charming home with a wealth of character and a versatile layout.
The vestibule opens into the reception hall which has a terracotta tiled floor and feature rustic brick fireplace housing a wood burning stove. The sitting room has a rustic feel and boasts an original fireplace at each end, one a stone inglenook and the other a rustic brick fireplace housing a wood burning stove with log store to the side. From here double doors open into the spacious sun room, streamed with light and taking in the views from the north to the south-east, with French Doors to the front. The large study/second sitting room with dual aspect windows take in the splendid views and has a featured fireplace. The dining room leads off the main sitting room and has a striking individually designed fireplace. The kitchen is well appointed with a range of 'limed oak' units with built-in dishwasher, fridge and "Leisure" Rangemaster cooker. From here a stable door leads to the utility room, well fitted with a range of cupboards and work surface, providing space for washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge freezer, with a courtesy door to the rear. The cloakroom is fitted with a 'Victorian' style two piece suite.
A beautiful split level landing runs the length of the house. In the south wing is a large double bedroom with dual aspect windows overlooking the views to the east and south. Next to this is a bathroom with a modern white bathroom suite with shower over bath and neutral beige ceramic tiling. Off the landing there are two central double bedrooms. In the north wing is a large double bedroom, a smaller double bedroom and beautifully presented bathroom complimented with travertine tiling and roll top bath. There is a further area to the south landing which has a good storage cupboard, which could potentially be a small study area
Outside
The tarmac driveway sweeps up to the property and provides parking for several vehicles. There are far reaching views across the countryside overlooking the river. The gardens to the front, tier down and a path with steps meanders to several seating areas and to a gate to the lane below. The front boundary of the property is marked by post and rail fencing.
To the right hand side of the driveway, flanked with timber fencing is a level lawn with patio leading to the old cottage requiring renovation. This is a two storey building with an extension at the side currently used as a fuel storage area. Worth noting, subject to planning, this could be renovated to provide a holiday let or annexe to the main dwelling.
Steps to the rear of the property lead up to a further patio terrace great for taking in the views. To the rear and elevated behind the property is a substantial area of ground offering panoramic views. There is a double garage at the top of this ground accessed from the road above. It is worth noting, subject to the necessary consents, this could be a suitable building plot for a small dwelling or holiday cottage.
Services
Mains Water and Electric, Solid Fuel Central Heating, Mains Drainage , Mostly Double Glazed Windows and Fibre Broadband available.
Local Authority
Herefordshire Council 01432 260000
Council Tax Band G
Tenure
We are advised FREEHOLD to be verified by your solicitor
Directions
From Ross-on-Wye follow the A40 towards Monmouth and take the exit signed to Symonds Yat West at Whitchurch. Take the first exit at the roundabout; passing the primary school and stay on this lane passing the Wye knot Inn on the right hand side. Continue along this road passing the sign for The Paddocks on the left, the road forks here, take the left fork, Ferrie Lane, downhill toward the Ferrie Inn and the driveway for the property is the first on right hand side.
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